Female and male first names : Russia.

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AELITA

Female

Unique Russian feminine name created by Alexei Tolstoy for his 1923 science fiction novel, with no established meaning or etymology but often associated with intelligence and creativity due to its association with advanced Martian civilization in the novel.

ALEKAY

Male

Unique Russian male name derived from 'Aleksandr', meaning 'defending men' or 'helper of mankind.'

ALESHKA

Female

Rare Russian feminine given name derived from 'aleyska', meaning 'little wing'. It was traditionally given to girls with gentle natures and gained popularity among the Russian nobility in the 19th century, evoking gracefulness and lightness.

ALESYA

Female

Alesya, of Slavic origin, means 'dream' in ancient Slavic languages.

ALISHKA

Female

Slavic feminine name derived from the word 'alis', meaning 'noble' or 'exalted'. It was popularized by Russian poet Aleksandr Pushkin in his poem "The Gypsies".

ALISSA

Male

Feminine given name of Russian origin, derived from Alexandra, meaning "defending men" or "helping men.

ANDREYAH

Female

Distinctively feminine Russian name derived from 'Andrei', meaning 'brave', with the suffix '-yah' indicating femininity, making it uncommon yet captivating worldwide.

ANIKIN

Male

Rare, Russian given name derived from 'ankin,' a traditional knife used in Russian cooking, signifying sharpness and skill.

ANNYA

Female

Russian name meaning 'graceful'.

ANTONISHA

Female

Antonisha, a uniquely Russian feminine name derived from Anton, means 'incomparable', reflecting its striking nature.

ARINE

Female

Slavic girl's name of Russian origin, derived from 'arinar', meaning 'peaceful' or 'tranquil'.

AVRORA

Female

Unique, Russian-origin name that means 'dawn,' personifying the goddess of the morning in Russian mythology.

AZALIYA

Female

Charming Slavic girl's name from Russia, meaning 'azalea flower,' symbolizing grace and beauty.

BERDA

Female

Rare Russian female name derived from 'beresta', meaning 'birch', symbolizing renewal and resilience in Slavic cultures.

BERDINA

Female

Rare yet captivating female name of Slavic origin, derived from the ancient Slavonic word "beresta" meaning birch bark.

BURDENA

Female

Rare but powerful female name of Slavic origin, derived from the Old Slavic word 'burda', meaning 'load' or 'burden'. Popularized by Russian poet Fyodor Tyutchev, it evokes strength and mystery, often associated with legendary warrior women like Burdena Korneyevna.

CHALINA

Female

Beautiful Russian name meaning "often beautiful" or associated with beauty.

CHERYSH

Female

Russian-derived name meaning 'sour cherry,' symbolizing life's duality of struggles and joy.

DAHNYA

Female

Rare yet meaningful Slavic name derived from "dahno," meaning "field" or "plain.

DANIIL

Male

Distinctive Russian male name derived from Hebrew Daniel, meaning 'God is my judge'.

DANILA

Male

Unique Slavic name derived from the Hebrew Daniel, meaning 'God is my judge'.

DARIEL

Female

Captivating Persian name meaning 'sea', popularized by Russian literature yet rooted in ancient Persia, symbolizing expansive possibilities.

DASHA

Female

Diminutive of Russian origin meaning 'little one', commonly used as a nickname for Dashboard or Daria.

DENIJA

Female

Unique Slavic name meaning "day".

DESMIN

Male

Slavic male given name derived from "desna," meaning "right" or "correct." Popularized by Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel, it signifies correctness and is now recognized globally despite its relatively recent popularity.

ELISEY

Male

Unique Russian name with Hebrew origins, meaning "my God is Yahweh," and has evolved from the historical Елисей.

ELIZABEHT

Female

Elizabet is a Hebrew-derived feminine name meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is my promise', associated with notable figures like Elizabeth I of England and Empress Elizabeth of Russia.

ELZA

Male

Hebrew name meaning "God is my oath" or "God is my promise," derived from the Hebrew words for God ("El") and possession ("-zah"). It has been popular in various cultures throughout history, notably among Jewish communities in Europe during the Middle Ages and in Russia in the late 19th to early 20th centuries. Today, Elza remains a globally recognized name with significant historical roots and meaning.

ENISA

Female

Feminine given name of Slavic origin, derived from the Russian word 'enok' meaning 'grace', and also associated with the Islamic name A'isha, meaning 'life'.

ERMIL

Male

Slavic name derived from Russian 'Ermolaï', meaning 'merciful' or 'compassionate'. It's associated with Saint Ermolai, known for his kindness and generosity.

FASHA

Female

Unique and captivating name of unknown origin, often associated with 'fashion' due to phonetic similarity, but some believe it has African or Middle Eastern roots. It was historically used among royalty and nobility, and today remains relatively rare yet chosen for its distinctive character. Notable bearers include Russian ballet dancer Vaslav Fashanov and a character in Tanith Lee's novel "Night's Master". Despite unclear origins, Fasha carries an air of mystery and intrigue.

FEDOR

Male

Strong and regal-sounding Slavic name that means "people's ruler" or "noble ruler".

GALYA

Female

Unique and beautiful Slavic female name derived from "galka," meaning "magpie," symbolizing intelligence and adaptability.

GENAYA

Female

Unique female given name of Russian origin, derived from the Slavic element "gen" meaning "born of". It signifies "one who is born into greatness" or "one who brings about new life", reflecting hope for future prosperity even today despite its rarity.

GERNIYA

Female

Captivating Russian name derived from the word "geraniy," meaning "geranium." It symbolizes elegance, charm, and appreciation for nature's beauty, while also evoking resilience and adaptability.

GLADIMIR

Male

Gladimir: A Slavic name of Russian origin meaning "happy peace.

IGOR

Male

Russian name with Old Norse origins, meaning "archer". Popularized by 10th-century ruler Igor I, it remains popular today among Slavic communities worldwide.

IJANA

Female

Rare, Slavic-derived feminine given name meaning 'woven band'.

ILAR

Female

Distinct Russian name derived from 'ilja', meaning 'god' or 'hero'. It was historically associated with bravery, strength, and courage.

ILLYANA

Female

Russian name derived from "ilya," meaning "lily." It signifies purity, beauty, and grace, with no specific religious or cultural connotations. Popularized by Fyodor Dostoevsky in his novel "The Brothers Karamazov," Illyana has global appeal due to its unique sound and meaningful origins.